MoneyFM 89.3’s Diplomatic Dispatches and Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen welcomes Dr Bettina Fanghänel, Germany’s Ambassador to Singapore, to explore this  strong and future‑focused bilateral relationships in Asia.

Singapore and Germany mark 60 years of diplomatic ties, anchored by shared values: rule of law, multilalteralism, innovation, and export‑driven economic strength. Both countries serve as gateways to their respective regions, making the partnership strategically vital.

Ambassador Fanghänel brings nearly two decades of diplomatic experience, including senior roles in the German Foreign Office, the Federal Chancellery, and a posting in Beijing. She shares insights on:

• Germany–Singapore defence cooperation

• Joint innovation in AI, and advanced manufacturing 

• The growing role of German companies in Singapore’s economy

• Cultural and educational exchanges shaping the next generation

• How both nations navigate geopolitical uncertainty while strengthening ties

We also explore what she personally loves about living here.